Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Neighborhood of Boston, MA from $700 (122 Rentals)
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155 Endicott St, Unit 7
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Waterfront
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186 Maverick St, Unit Furnished Unit

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21 Mount Vernon Sq, Unit #102

35 Chelsea St, Unit 33-1R

35 Chelsea St, Unit 33-1R

12 Chesterton St, Unit #1
Waterfront, Boston, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterfront?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Waterfront Studio Apartments | $2,859 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,401 | $1,200 | $10,000+ |
Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,033 | $1,475 | $10,000+ |
Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,097 | $975 | $10,000+ |
Waterfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,724 | $975 | $10,000+ |
Waterfront 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,269 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Waterfront 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,610 | $1,150 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Waterfront Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Boylston St, 40 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,517 |
35 @ EightSixty | Studio - Income-Based | Studio,1BA | $1,713 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, MA
As of February 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterfront area is the $0.19 price per square foot 54 S Russell St Model at 54 S Russell St, Unit 6 in the in the Financial District neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Waterfront apartment is the 8 Curtis St Model at 8 Curtis St, Unit 6 starting at $1,900 with a $0.19 price per square foot in the Waterfront neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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54 S Russell St, Unit 6 | 54 S Russell St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
8 Curtis St, Unit 6 | 8 Curtis St | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
679 Massachusetts Ave, Unit #B | 679 Massachusetts Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.20 |
246 Beacon St, Unit BF | 246 Beacon St | Studio ,1BA | $0.19 |
487 E Broadway, Unit #4 | 487 E Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
195 Endicott St, Unit B | 195 Endicott St | 1BR,1BA | $0.20 |
673 E Broadway, Unit 3 | 673 E Broadway | 1BR,2BA | $0.16 |
6 Water St, Unit 4 | 6 Water St | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
6 Water St, Unit 4 | 6 Water St | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
6 Water St, Unit 4 | 6 Water St | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWaterfront, Boston, MA
Ranked #98
Among neighborhoods in Boston, MA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Waterfront, Boston, MA
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Waterfront Neighborhood in Boston, MA
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
82 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waterfront?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waterfront is at 35 @ EightSixty listed at $1,713.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterfront Apartment is $1,517 at Boylston St, 40.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterfront is starting from $1,475 at .
What is the most affordable Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waterfront Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 7INK and starts from $2,334.
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